Cape Verdean Passport Holders Enjoy Expanded Visa-Free Access to 92 Countries

Cape Verdean citizens now have expanded travel privileges, allowing visa-free access to 92 countries and territories. This expansion in travel freedom presents new opportunities for both leisure and business travel without the need for a pre-obtained visa.

To enjoy visa-free travel, Cape Verde passport holders must ensure that their passport is valid for at least six months from the date of travel. Additionally, some countries may require travelers to have valid travel insurance.

At many airports in these countries, there are special sections designated for those acquiring a Visa on Arrival (VOA). Upon arrival, travelers can submit their visa application and receive it from the issuing country.

For those traveling to eVisa-eligible destinations, the process is simple and convenient. Unlike traditional visas, eVisas do not require a visit to a visa application center. Instead, travelers can apply online, including making any necessary payments. Once approved, a confirmation will be sent by email, which must be printed and presented at the border.

Visa-free countries:

• Angola, Bahamas, Barbados, Benin, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Dominica, Ecuador, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Hong Kong, Liberia, Macau, Malaysia, Mali, Mauritius, Micronesia, Niger, Nigeria, Palestine, Philippines, Russia, Rwanda, São Tomé and Príncipe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, South Africa, São Vicente and the Grenadines, East Timor, Togo, Tunisia

Countries with Visa on Arrival:

• Bangladesh, Bolivia, Burundi, Cambodia, Comoros, Ethiopia, Jordan, Laos, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Mozambique, Namibia, Nepal, Nicaragua, Palau, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Somalia, Tanzania, Tuvalu, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Countries with eVisa:

• Albania, Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahrain, Bhutan, Botswana, Cameroon, Colombia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Georgia, India, Iran, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Lesotho, Moldova, Mongolia, Oman , Pakistan, Saint Kitts and Nevis, South Korea, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Tajikistan, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Vietnam

These expanded travel privileges highlight Cape Verde's growing global mobility, making international travel more accessible and convenient for its citizens. Travelers are encouraged to check their destination's specific entry requirements before departure to ensure a smooth journey.